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Seven Deadly Psychologies

The science and psychology behind each of the seven deadly sins.

Radio 4,7 episodes

Episodes

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Sloth
Becky Ripley and Sophie Ward delve into the psychology of the seven sins. Last up: sloth.
02 Jan 2024,28 mins
Wrath
A cold hard look at the psychology of the seven sins. Brace yourself for wrath.
26 Dec 2023,28 mins
Gluttony
Becky Ripley and Sophie Ward delve into the psychology of the seven sins. Today: gluttony.
19 Dec 2023,28 mins
Envy
Becky Ripley and Sophie Ward delve into the psychology of the seven sins. Today: envy.
12 Dec 2023,28 mins
Lust
A cold hard look at the psychology of the seven sins. Today's hot topic: lust.
05 Dec 2023,28 mins
Greed
A cold hard look at the psychology of the seven deadly sins. And today, it's greed.
28 Nov 2023,28 mins
Pride
Becky Ripley and Sophie Ward delve into the psychology of the seven sins. First up: pride.
21 Nov 2023,28 mins